SC: Divorced Muslim Woman Can Reclaim Wedding Gifts
After a 20-year legal battle, Rousanara Begum wins Supreme Court case affirming divorced Muslim women's right to reclaim gifts given at marriage. A landmark victory for gender equality.
After a 20-year legal battle, Rousanara Begum wins Supreme Court case affirming divorced Muslim women's right to reclaim gifts given at marriage. A landmark victory for gender equality.
Groundbreaking genetic research reveals ancient southern Africans lived in near-total isolation for 100,000 years, developing unique traits. Discover how this reshapes our understanding of human evolution. Read the full story.
Tamil Nadu's Human Rights Commission has directed ₹3 lakh compensation for a custodial death in Tuticorin and disciplinary action against a police sub-inspector. Read the full details.
Supreme Court halts transfer of widowed Army officer, citing her role as sole caregiver to her autistic son. The case highlights constitutional rights of persons with disabilities. Read more.
Punjab & Haryana HC stays order for FIR against 5 cops over alleged custodial torture, citing human rights panel overstepped its mandate. Details inside.
National Human Rights Commission member Priyank Kanoongo reveals horrific conditions at Pune observation home - filthy premises, staff shortages, and rights violations. Urgent action demanded.
Bombay High Court refuses petition challenging SHRC order dismissing sexual assault complaint at Thane rehab centre. Mother sought justice for son's 2013 ordeal. Read full details.
Shocking report reveals 300+ migrant deaths in Malaysian custody since 2020. Rights groups demand accountability over detention conditions and medical neglect. Read full investigation.
Manipur Human Rights Commission directs Imphal West SP to submit compliance report after police inaction in transgender assault case. Learn about this important rights development.
Madras High Court directs Tamil Nadu government to assign transgender nursing assistant to female nursing post with salary arrears. Landmark decision for transgender employment rights.
Banda police arrest Balram, accomplice in human trafficking case where woman was sold for Rs 1.38 lakh and forced into marriage. Key details and ongoing investigation revealed.
Gujarat High Court and lower courts rule that marrying outside caste cannot deny women property rights. Landmark decisions affirm daughters' equal inheritance under Hindu Succession Act.
India exposes Pakistan's poor minority rights record after Islamabad criticized Modi's Ayodhya temple visit. UN experts condemn Pakistan's religious discrimination.
Pakistan faces international condemnation for allegedly using courts to silence human rights lawyers. Multiple cases reveal systematic targeting of legal professionals.
United Nations demands Pakistan ensure Imran Khan's human rights and due process protections. Read the full UN statement and international response.
Delhi High Court protects Ajay Devgn's personality rights, orders removal of deepfakes and bars AI training with infringing content. A landmark move against digital impersonation.
Human rights activist Jitender Singh Shunty, founder of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sewa Dal, assumes charge at Punjab & Chandigarh Human Rights Commission. Read about his remarkable humanitarian journey.
Human rights activist Jitender Singh Shunty, founder of Shaheed Bhagat Singh Sewa Dal, assumes charge at Punjab & Chandigarh Human Rights Commission. Discover his remarkable humanitarian journey.
Bollywood star Shilpa Shetty Kundra has filed a petition in the Bombay High Court to protect her name, image, and voice from unauthorized AI use and commercial exploitation. Learn more about the case.
A top EU court mandates Poland to recognise a gay marriage from Germany, a landmark decision for LGBTQ+ rights and freedom of movement in Europe. Learn more about the implications.
European Court of Justice issues binding ruling requiring all EU members to recognize same-sex marriages. Landmark decision impacts LGBTQ+ rights across Europe. Read full analysis.
European Court of Justice rules Poland violated EU law by refusing to recognize same-sex marriage of Polish citizens married in Germany. Learn about this landmark LGBTQ+ rights decision.
Disturbing reports reveal Pakistani security agencies' involvement in escalating abductions and killings across Balochistan. Human rights crisis demands international attention.
Sikh scholar urges UN to dedicate Dec 10 Human Rights Day to Guru Tegh Bahadur, whose 1675 sacrifice aligns perfectly with Universal Declaration of Human Rights principles.
Pakistan's FIA arrests two human traffickers in Faisalabad operating forced begging ring and smuggling people to Europe. Details on the criminal network exposed.
Explore the fascinating world of vestigial organs - nature's leftovers that reveal our evolutionary ancestry. Discover how these biological relics tell stories of our past.
International pressure mounts as China faces global protests over human rights violations against Uyghur Muslims. Join the conversation about human rights protection.
Pakistan's Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar faces tough questions in Brussels as EU scrutinizes human rights record. Will economic ties survive rights concerns? Read analysis.
Former Delhi MLA Jitender Singh Shunty, Padma Shri awardee and social worker, appointed as member of Punjab Human Rights Commission. Learn about his humanitarian work and political journey.
India will present its national perspective during UN Human Rights Council review. External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar affirms commitment to human rights principles.